Origin
Van Horn, TX
Morning in Van Horn on Friday
Local time
10:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
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Trip from Van Horn, TX to Arlington, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 29m
Distance
497.9 mi
801 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$75
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 19m
★
6 AM
7h 29m
8 AM
7h 50m
10 AM
7h 37m
12 PM
7h 35m
3 PM
7h 38m
5 PM
7h 49m
8 PM
7h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Van Horn, TX
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Arlington, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Van Horn, TX to Arlington, TX covers 497.9 miles and takes about 7h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Broadway Street, Van Horn Street, Southeast Frontage Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $75.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
249 miles from Van Horn, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 29m. Total distance: 497.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 29m drive with frequent turns across 497.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Broadway Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 29m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Van Horn, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Broadway Street | — | — |
| Van Horn Street | — | — |
| Southeast Frontage Road | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| West Freeway | — | — |
| Tom Landry Freeway | — | — |
| Lamar Boulevard | — | — |
| North Cooper Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Horn, TX and Arlington, TX.
1
Start on La Caverna Street
154 ft
·
7 sec
·
La Caverna Street
2
Turn right onto East Broadway Street
197 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Broadway Street
3
Turn left onto Van Horn Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Van Horn Street
4
Turn left onto Southeast Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Southeast Frontage Road
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 10 East: San Antonio
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 10 East: San Antonio
6
Merge slight left
46 mi
·
43 min
7
Keep slight left
421 mi
·
6 hr 59 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
9
Continue on Tom Landry Freeway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Tom Landry Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lamar Boulevard, Cooper Street
11
Turn right onto North Cooper Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cooper Street
12
Turn left onto West Randol Mill Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Randol Mill Road
13
Turn right onto North Center Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Center Street
14
Turn right onto West Abram Street
295 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Abram Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 249 miles from Van Horn, TX, or about 3h 44m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 110 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 249 miles or 3h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Van Horn, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Van Horn, TX
This is one driving day of about 497.9 miles and 7h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 110 miles from Van Horn, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 249 mi from Van Horn, TX · 3h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
249 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 110 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 249 miles from Van Horn, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arlington, TX
The final approach into Arlington, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Arlington, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$75.23 one way
$150.47 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
174 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $82.35 | $164.70 |
| premium | $4.54 | $88.90 | $177.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $109.93 | $219.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$75
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$100–$125
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 174.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $52 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 149.4 | 1 | $52.28 | $23.90 |
| Efficient EV | 124.5 | 1 | $43.57 | $19.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 199.2 | 2 | $69.71 | $31.87 |
Gas CO2
174 kg
EV CO2
58 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Arlington, TX
Morning in Arlington on Friday
Local time
10:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Sweetwater, TX
249 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
7h 29m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Van Horn, TX to Arlington, TX covers 497.9 miles and takes about 7h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Broadway Street, Van Horn Street, Southeast Frontage Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 249 miles from Van Horn, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $75.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 29m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Van Horn, TX to Arlington, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Van Horn, TX to Arlington, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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